Musical Fidelity
About Musical Fidelity
Founded in 1982 by Antony Michaelson, a clarinettist and Hi-Fi enthusiast, Musical Fidelity began on Michaelson's kitchen table with 'The Preamp.' Known for unusual industrial design, Nuvistor tube use, and Class-AB amplifiers, particularly the famous A1 integrated amplifier that created the 'budget audiophile' category. Pioneered miniature metal-ceramic vacuum tubes in the NuVista preamp (1997). Acquired by Austrian company Audio Tuning (owner of Pro-Ject) in May 2018, operations moved to Austria while retaining British heritage and brand identity.
Founded: 1982
Exclusive Hi-Fi Events at Villa Schellbach with Magnepan and Musical Fidelity
SG-Akustik hosts two exclusive events in October 2025 at Villa Schellbach, Baden-Baden: WineBeats #2 and the MM Sessions.
WineBeats #2, happening on October 10, 2025, combines a wine tasting with demonstrations of Magnepan speakers, Musical Fidelity electronics, and Platine Verdier turntables.
The MM Sessions, scheduled for October 11, 2025, highlights Magnepan loudspeakers and Musical Fidelity equipment, featuring a live demonstration of the Platine Verdier analog turntable.
Musical Fidelity Announces the Nu-Vista 600.2 Integrated Amplifier
Combines classic tube warmth with modern solid-state power using rare nuvistor tubes in a Class A buffer stage.
Dual mono design enhances stereo imaging and sound separation.
High-powered output with 160W into 8Ω, stable down to 2Ω for demanding speakers.
Musical Fidelity's M8x DAC: Revolutionizing Digital-to-Analog Technology
Features dual ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M DAC chips in a fully balanced setup for ultra-low noise and high dynamic range.
Supports PCM rates up to 768kHz, native DSD512 via USB, and MQA compatibility for high-res streams.
Class A discrete analog amplification emphasizes purity, shielded by aluminum Faraday cage panels.
Musical Fidelity Introduces the X-Tube: Enhancing Digital Audio Systems with Tube Warmth
Compact tube output buffer designed to deliver warm, rich tube audio tones.
Solid aluminum construction ensures durability and shields against electromagnetic interference.
Utilizes dual E88CC triodes for faster transients, superior dynamics, and optimal impedance matching.
Musical Fidelity Unveils the M8x Vinyl Phono Preamplifier
Fully balanced, discrete architecture delivers ultra-clean signals and premium analog performance.
Three-stage gain structure (40dB-69dB) ensures compatibility with both MM and MC cartridges.
Multiple equalization curves (RIAA, DECCA, COLUMBIA) and subsonic filters offer tailored sonic customization.
Dual ES9038Q2M Chips in Nu-Vista DAC: A New Era of Pristine Dual Mono Sound
Incorporates Nuvistor 7586 triode tubes into a Class A amplifier buffer for warm, authentic sound.
Uses dual ES9038Q2M DAC chips for pristine dual mono sound and supports high-res audio up to DSD512.
Features extensive connectivity, including RCA, XLR, USB, AES/EBU, and I2S inputs for versatile setups.
Overview of EISA 2025-2026 Awards for Vinyl Playback Equipment
The European Audio Team F-Dur turntable features a 27 kg weight, TPE-damped aluminum platter, dual AC motors, and F-Note tonearm for superior sound.
The Technics SL-1300G turntable utilizes ΔΣ-Drive technology for smooth rotation and a dynamically balanced platter, delivering high-quality audio performance.
The Pro-Ject E1.2 turntable offers plug'n'play setup, a Pro-Ject Pick it MM E cartridge, and optional Bluetooth or phono preamp, ensuring accessibility and performance.
EISA 2025-2026 Stereo Amplifiers Winners Overview
The Marantz Model 10, awarded EISA High-End Integrated Amplifier 2025-2026, combines Purifi Class D modules and copper shielding for exceptional audio clarity.
Musical Fidelity B1xi, winning EISA Best Value Integrated Amplifier 2025-2026, features Class AB topology with modern upgrades including USB port and HDMI eARC.
Marantz Model 60n, honored as EISA Streaming Amplifier 2025-2026, supports HEOS, AirPlay 2, and Roon for versatile streaming and audio playback.
Introducing the Musical Fidelity B1xi Integrated Amplifier
Musical Fidelity B1xi Integrated Amplifier**: Offers 60W per channel into 8 Ohms, Class A/B design, HDMI ARC, MM phono input, and supports 2 Ohms.
Analog and Digital Connectivity**: Features 4 analog inputs and DAC supporting coaxial, TOSLINK, and HDMI ARC inputs (up to 24-bit/192kHz).
Separate Power Supplies**: Uses distinct linear power supplies for preamp and power amp sections, enhancing performance and stability.
Musical Fidelity Launches the B1xi Integrated Amplifier: Audiophile Design Meets Modern Versatility
The Musical Fidelity B1xi is an integrated amplifier inspired by the classic B1 amplifier from the 1990s, blending tradition with modern features.
Operating in Class A/B, the amplifier delivers 60W/channel at 8 ohms and scales to 140W peak at 2 ohms.
Connectivity includes 3 RCA inputs, MM phono stage, HDMI ARC, optical/coaxial inputs, Bluetooth 5.1, and a USB-C port for external devices.
Musical Fidelity B1xi Integrated Amplifier: A Purist’s Approach to Modern Hi-Fi
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The Musical Fidelity B1xi Integrated Amplifier revisits classic design with modern enhancements, emphasizing sound quality and reliability.
Delivering 60W per channel into 8 ohms, it's a discrete Class A/B amplifier, avoiding op-amps and DSP for signal integrity.
Featuring versatile inputs (coaxial, HDMI ARC, Bluetooth 5.1, MM phono), it ensures isolated circuits for reduced interference.